Public Sector Underwriter

Stryker Corporation; United Kingdom; Hybrid; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance firm in the UK is seeking an Underwriter for Public Sector risks. The ideal candidate will have some underwriting experience, with a keen interest in the public sector and the ability to build strong relationships with insurers and clients. This role offers an agile working environment that promotes well-being and work/life balance, ensuring employees can thrive. The firm values a diverse and inclusive workplace, fostering a culture of learning and growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Global Wellbeing Days

Agile working solutions

Qualifications

• Some underwriting experience required.
• Keen interest in the public sector.
• Experience in developing effective relationships.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite major classes of business for public sector risks.
• Build relationships with supporting insurers.
• Deliver excellent service to clients.

Skills

Underwriting experience

Business Relationship Building

Commercial Awareness

Planning & Organising

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Underwriter - Public Sector

Are you looking to join a growing team within a supportive environment? If so, come and join the Aon Underwriting Managers team that offers the flexibility to work both virtually and from our Redhill office!

Aon is in the business of better decisions

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive team and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

Aon Underwriting Managers

AUM undertakes underwriting and claims handling services on behalf of insurers and delivers expertise in specific product ranges or trade sectors. AUM focuses on commercial insurance products across Accident and Health, Property and Casualty, Financial Lines and Marine sectors. AUM fulfils many of the roles of an insurance company – underwrites (evaluates the risks and exposures of potential clients against the insurance covers), prices (determines the premium that is charged to insure that risk), issues policies, mid‑term adjustments and renewals and, on some facilities, manages the claims handling and settlement. AUM has an in‑depth understanding of the diverse range of solutions that we offer and our insurance products are specially designed and unique to Aon.

What the day will look like

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

• To underwrite major classes of business for public sector risks – predominantly Motor Property and Liability.
• To build excellent working relationships with supporting insurers.
• To deliver excellent service to our clients and their broker.
• To help build awareness and trust in Maven Public Sector internally and with Local Authorities, Police and Fire Authorities and their broker consultants.
• To assist the Maven Public Sector team in meeting annual financial business targets.
• To assist in product development.
• Responsible for working in accordance with the Aon UK Limited Risk Management Framework, and compliance with the Aon UK Limited policies, including participation in the management of risks (including completion of mandatory training) that may adversely affect the business, interests or reputation of any Group Company.
• Engage expertise within Aon and externally to help develop product and risk management solutions suitable for public sector clients.

How this opportunity is different

This role will see you assist in the underwriting of complex public sector Casualty and Property risks under delegated authority whilst working closely with a Senior Underwriter. In addition, you will work with Aon National, third‑party brokers and clients to build Maven Public Sector product and capacity offering for public sector clients.

Skills and experience that will lead to success

As an Underwriter your skills and qualifications will ideally include:

• Some underwriting experience required although this does not have to be specific to the public sector.
• Keen interest in public sector and a desire to underwrite in this niche area which is quite different from the commercial market.
• Building Business Relationships – Experience of proactively developing and maintaining effective internal and external relationships to facilitate the achievement of agreed goals.
• Commercial Awareness – demonstrating business sense, possessing and using knowledge of the organisation and external market to identify potential risks, problems and opportunities.
• Planning & Organising – setting priorities; formulating a method or course of action for self and /or others to follow to achieve desired outcome and timelines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organised individual who seeks challenges in a fast‑moving environment.

How we support our colleagues

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce. Plus, our agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two "Global Wellbeing Days" each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions for our colleagues as well.

Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.

Aon values an innovative and inclusive workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive workplace. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. You can request accommodations by emailing us at [e-mail] or your recruiter. We will work with you to meet your needs and ensure a fair and equitable experience.